General Manager - Steak n' Shake - East Peoria

Job Description General Manager Compensation up to $65k with path to ownership Job Type: Full-Time | 50–55 Hours per Week Industry: Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Opportunity: Eligible for Franchise Partner Program Lead a Restaurant at the Forefront of QSR Innovation At Steak 'n Shake, we’re blending our rich heritage with bold innovation to redefine what a quick-service experience can be with a relentless focus on hospitality, ensuring every guest feels welcome, valued, and cared for. As a General Manager, you won’t just manage, you’ll lead from the front. This is a hands-on leadership role for those who take pride in operational excellence, team development, change management and getting results through doing the work, not just directing it. If you’re a seasoned QSR leader looking to grow into ownership, this could be your pathway. Top-performing GMs are eligible to join our Franchise Partner Program—an opportunity to own and operate your own Steak 'n Shake with long-term financial and personal rewards. What You’ll Do Restaurant Leadership & Operations • Lead by example—actively working the line, prepping food, maintaining cleanliness, and serving guests., • Wear a professional uniform daily—shirt and tie or collared blouse—setting the tone for team presentation., • Ensure operational excellence across all shifts: opening, mid-day, and closing., • Own the P&L: manage food costs, control inventory, verify invoices, and eliminate waste., • Drive labor efficiency with smart scheduling, cross-training, and station versatility., • Oversee inventory from the back door to the front line., • Conduct regular inventory counts with attention to accuracy and waste reduction., • Recruit, train, and retain top hourly talent., • Build a cross-functional team trained across multiple stations to maximize labor productivity., • Inspire a high-performing culture centered on hospitality, accountability, and consistency., • Use metrics to drive decision-making: speed of service, food quality, guest satisfaction, and labor costs., • Reinforce systems and SOPs that create repeatable success., • 3+ years of QSR or fast-casual restaurant management experience required., • Proven history of consistent work tenure and reliable leadership., • Deep understanding of food cost management, labor optimization, and operational KPIs., • Hands-on leadership—comfortable working the drive through or grill when needed., • Tech-savvy with POS systems, inventory platforms, and invoice tools., • Strong physical stamina: can lift 50 lbs., stay on your feet all day, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen., • Professionalism that extends to your LinkedIn profile (if you have one) and resume—both should tell the same story., • Your restaurant consistently exceeds goals for costs, guest satisfaction, and cleanliness., • Your team is engaged, well-trained, and delivers fast, friendly service with pride., • You maintain a polished, energetic presence—setting the tone every shift., • Your store becomes a top performer and you’re invited into the Franchise Partner Program.#GM7080 We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

Job Description East Peoria, IL - Salary Range 155-215K Job Brief The Quality Director is accountable for leading and continuously improving business-group-wide quality assurance programs for Large Megawatt (LMW) generator integration in a high-mix manufacturing environment. This role drives excellence in quality, regulatory compliance and customer experience while reducing total cost of quality. The position partners closely with cross-functional leaders across Operations, Engineering, Field Service, IT, HR and Sales/Marketing to ensure alignment with business and customer expectations. Responsibilities • Lead enterprise-wide quality strategy for LMW generator integration, ensuring regulatory compliance, alignment to customer requirements, and continuous improvement in a high-mix manufacturing environment., • Own and improve LMW customer experience and quality performance metrics, driving cross-functional actions to enhance performance and reduce total cost of quality., • Partner with C&I manufacturing sites to resolve systemic and day-to-day quality issues, influencing teams to deliver consistent, best-in-class results., • Develop and execute a multi-year quality transformation roadmap, progressing the organization from Quality Control to Quality Assurance and Process Excellence., • Establish, deploy and continuously improve the Generac Quality Management System, including standard tools, methodologies, audits and best practices., • Set product quality goals, metrics and test methods during product design and development; regularly present quality performance and insights to senior leadership and customers., • Build, lead and develop a high-performing quality organization through effective talent selection, coaching, performance management, and succession planning., • Coach business leaders and teams to adopt a common vision for quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence across processes and technologies. Requirements • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience., • 10+ years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment., • Proven leadership background in Quality, Lean, Process Excellence and/or Six Sigma environments., • Advanced degree (MS and/or MBA)., • Experience operating within a multi-site, matrixed global organization., • Demonstrated track record of performance, career progression and results within quality or continuous improvement functions., • Experience leading teams across both direct and indirect reporting structures., • Certification as a Quality Engineer and demonstrated application of Six Sigma tools and Lean methodologies., • Willingness and ability to travel regionally and internationally up to 50%.

Job DescriptionSalary: $52,000-$125,000 Are you ready to wrestle the LION? Only Top Performers Need Apply The Sales / customer service person who takes our shop to the next level will be well-rewarded, well-respected, and earn the privilege to be part of a team of leaders who are making autocare fun again! Tired of dealership drama, unfair warranty pay policies, and workplace politics? Frustrated with an independent shop that refuses to evolve, holding you back from reaching your full potential? Join a passionate and driven team dedicated to delivering exceptional service for all makes and models of vehicles in Central Illinois (locations in East Peoria, Pekin, Peoria, and more soon!). We take pride in our amazing cultureand every team member is carefully handpicked to help us preserve it! Work at any of our 3 locations: Kingdom Autocare - East Peoria Hiller Automotive - Peoria Hiller Automotive - Pekin Want to truly understand how we are different? Check out this recent article on Ratchet and Wrench magazine on how we change you and your family's lives. We offer compensation plans better then any local dealer or independent shop around. No Weekend Hours FLEXIBLE PTO (when consistently performing expectations) AND Paid Holidays 8AM to 5PM Work Schedule Paid Ongoing Training Awesome Company Culture. Truly Unmatched anywhere else. Come visit us and see for yourself! Close Knit Family/Team Oriented Work Environment What qualifications is Kingdom Autocare specifically looking for in our team members? HUNGRY HUMBLE SMART Clean & valid drivers license Drug-free workplace We highly value a strong IQ and a great positive attitude Key Responsibilities: • Drive Sales and Client Management:Lead sales efforts with honesty and integrity, keeping customer satisfaction and shop profitability at the forefront., • Daily Sales and Productivity:Track your daily sales, customer satisfaction, and team productivity., • Maintain Standards and Systems:Ensure alignment with our established procedures to meet profit goals and efficiency standards., • Promote a Positive Environment:Foster a clean, organized, and supportive workspace in our busy, high-volume shop. Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee assistance program, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program, • Relocation assistance, • Retirement plan, • Tuition reimbursement, • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift, • Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: • Bonus opportunities, • Commission pay, • Signing bonus Ability to Commute and work in any of our 3 Stores: • Hiller Automotive - Pekin, • Hiller Automotive - Peoria, • Kingdom Autocare - East Peoria Referral Bonus: Know someone who would be a great addition? Refer a technician or service writer, and if they join us, well send you a$2,500 referral bonus

Job Description The beautiful Residence Inn by Marriott has an immediate opening for an experienced Maintenance Manager! You will be responsible for the properties daily and preventive maintenance along with any remodeling projects that may be needed. Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, first shift with flexibility for other shifts depending on demand. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Managing daily maintenance of a 111-room property, • Overseeing and handling preventative maintenance initiatives, • Hands on involvement with remodeling and refurbishing projects, • Installing new equipment, • Light electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and systems troubleshooting and repairs, • Collaborating with subcontracts as needed, • Monitoring the department budget and controlling expenses, • Maintaining the pool and accompanying equipment Who We Are: Frontier Hospitality Group has been established for over 75 years with eight hotels across four fantastic brands! We believe in a work/life harmony that fits our employees' lifestyles and strive to offer a positive work environment, providing you with the tools and resources necessary to do a job well done! Benefits to Working Here: • 6 paid holidays, • Paid sick and vacation time, • Health and Dental insurances, • Short-term Disability insurance, • Voluntary Life insurance, • 401(k) with company match, • Marriott discounts, • Training, development, and growth opportunities Qualifications and Requirements: • Experience in general building maintenance and/or construction or equivalent combination of education and experience required., • College or advanced vocational training preferred, • Ability to complete certifications in OSHA, pool operations, CPO certification, Level 3 EPA Certification, HVAC and refrigeration certificate, or licensed plumber and/or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter, • Must have a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by the company EOE

Job Description ACCOUNTABILITY The Maintenance Manager at Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center directs maintenance operations, implementing strategies and protocols to meet or exceed the needs of management, employees, and guests within budget constraints. This role adheres to the People First philosophy, collaborates with the General Manager, and oversees key projects, processes, and performance reports. REPORTS TO AND IS SERVED BY: General Manager & Area Director of Maintenance FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt WHAT TO EXPECT • Operational Leadership: Directs hotel maintenance operations, modifying strategies to meet objectives. Collaborates with the General Manager to review achievements and discuss necessary changes in goals or objectives. Participates in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage, • Problem Resolution: Resolves operational and facility problems to ensure maximum guest satisfaction and prevent operational delays for future growth., • Project Oversight: Oversees key projects, processes, and performance reports, ensuring compliance with Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center standards., • Preventative Maintenance: Directs preventative maintenance and projects to meet established standards. Manages the flow of outside contractors, minimizing their use., • Administrative Responsibilities: Participates in administrative reporting, budgetary planning, and submittals for capital expenditures. Communicates successes and/or concerns promptly with appropriate corporate staff., • Work Order Management: Schedules work order requests based on maintenance priorities., • General Maintenance: Performs maintenance duties, including but not limited to electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, carpentry repairs, flooring replacement, glass replacement, painting, roofing repairs, concrete, and masonry work, and lock assembly replacement., • Record Keeping: Maintains accurate and current records of maintenance activities., • Bidding Process: Coordinates the bidding process, scheduling and monitoring work performed by contractors., • Inspections and Security: Cooperates and complies with quarterly and annual inspections. Participates in weekly property walks/inspections. Ensures physical security by maintaining clean, locked storage areas and entrances with adequate lighting., • Utility Knowledge: Possesses reliable knowledge of utility routing and cut-offs, including water, gas, sewer, electrical, telephone, and TV cable., • Inventory Management: Purchases supplies and maintains a current record of inventories. Maintains equipment manuals and parts lists on a complete and current basis., • Equipment Maintenance: Performs scheduled maintenance and preventative maintenance on all equipment based on manufacturer recommendations. Keeps the current inventory record up to date., • Pool Maintenance: Maintains and tests the hotel pool, pool house, and pump rooms., • Foundational Skills and Qualities: Strong organizational skills to manage tasks and prioritize work. Good physical stamina and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and bending. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., • Work Expectations and Responsibilities: Willingness to adapt to a variety of tasks, including "Other duties as assigned." Participate in department meetings and maintain an open line of communication with colleagues. Obtain any required certifications necessary, as relevant to the specific job. PROUD OWNER • Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and cleanliness., • Ability to work independently and efficiently., • Strong organizational skills to manage tasks and prioritize work., • Good physical stamina and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and bending., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO Guest satisfaction, brand standards, maintaining facility operations and equipment, accurate and detailed record keeping, and support operations. SOFT SKILLS CHARACTERISTICS: Introspective, matter-of-fact, analytical, data-driven, introspective, deliberate, and organized. MINDSET: Entrepreneurial and infinite mindset, which prioritizes both personal and professional growth. HARD SKILLS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High Schol degree or GED. Hospitality experience desired. Certification in HVAC, Certified Pool Operator strongly desired. Fully educated and able to train others in all hotel emergency procedures. Knowledgeable of the use of all chemicals and equipment used to carry out the tasks of the hotel and able to train others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50+ lbs. Standing for extended periods and performing repetitive motions. TRAVEL: N/A POSITION: On-site work at the hotel property. Company DescriptionEmbergrove Hospitality is an independent, nimble, and gritty hospitality management company that proudly oversees 12 distinctive hotel locations, along with several bars and restaurants across the Midwest. Rooted in genuine, from-the-heart hospitality, the Embergrove team blends ingenuity, transparency, and hard work to deliver memorable guest experiences and strong business results. With deep Midwestern roots and a hands-on approach, Embergrove manages every property with an entrepreneurial spirit—combining creative strategy, disciplined revenue management, and in-house marketing expertise. From boutique hotels to full-service properties, each location reflects Embergrove’s belief that exceptional hospitality starts with authentic people, thoughtful service, and relentless dedication to excellence.Embergrove Hospitality is an independent, nimble, and gritty hospitality management company that proudly oversees 12 distinctive hotel locations, along with several bars and restaurants across the Midwest. Rooted in genuine, from-the-heart hospitality, the Embergrove team blends ingenuity, transparency, and hard work to deliver memorable guest experiences and strong business results.\n\nWith deep Midwestern roots and a hands-on approach, Embergrove manages every property with an entrepreneurial spirit—combining creative strategy, disciplined revenue management, and in-house marketing expertise. From boutique hotels to full-service properties, each location reflects Embergrove’s belief that exceptional hospitality starts with authentic people, thoughtful service, and relentless dedication to excellence.

Job Description Ideal Candidate Team Jtec is looking for an experienced HR Professional with hands-on functional day-to-day work experience, to fill our HR Manager role. This position will oversee the HR department and roles for employee engagement and training and development. The ideal candidate will have strong varied experience with HR laws and practices, investigative skills, payroll and benefits administration and systems experience, a keen eye for detail and audit of data, mentoring, coaching, and collaboration skills with management of various levels, a drive to seek to understand past practices, and make proposals for improvement changes after analyzing and anticipating upstream/downstream affects for net positive outcomes. Summary/Objective The Human Resources Manager will promote corporate values and drive a positive company culture. Leads as an internal consultant and strategic partner to all levels of employees and management to counsel and ensure all plans, policies, and programs are being administered fairly and consistently. Collaborate with internal teams to drive continual improvement with job design, recruitment, onboarding, workforce development and training, communication, employee relations, compensation, benefits, wellness, performance management, legal compliance, safety coordination, payroll and all other aspects of supporting our employees and management. Who Jtec Is and How We Started Jtec Industries was founded in 2004 by Jon Peterson and Joe Knepp. Together, they brought an unprecedented balance of sales and engineering to the partnership. After years of testing and persistence, they've built the most dependable and functional products in the material-handling industry. Today We're Bigger & Better Since then, the company has grown exponentially as we serve customers all over the world and throughout many different industries. Our team and facilities have gotten bigger but our attitude has not changed. We still believe that excellence requires constant adaptation. We work hand-in-hand with our customers to understand their unique situations and help them to improve their workflow. Our reputation is for providing excellent customer service, quality products, and innovative solutions. We're proud of the hard work our team produces every day and we look forward to helping your facilities run at their full potential. Jtec Employees & Culture We wouldn't where we are today without our exceptional employees who are recognized for their daily demonstration of our core competencies: Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation, Safety, Sense of Urgency, and Empowerment. Our Engagement Activities and One-on-One Employee Engagement Meetings are not one-sided, but looks to obtain feedback from all employees on how management and the company can improve our practices and empower our employees, so we call all grow and improve together. Competitive Pay and Benefits • Regular benchmarking of positions and benefits to remain competitive., • 401K Match: 100% company match of employee contributions up to 3% deferral, 50% company match of employee contributions between 3% and 5% deferral., • Company provided life insurance for employees and dependents., • Additional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness and accident insurance offered., • Affordable health/dental/vision insurance., • High-deductible health plan with the option of HSA (Health Savings Account) with company match program., • Health and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), • Comprehensive Wellness Program, • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job DescriptionDirector of Sales The Director of Sales will be responsible for generating top line revenue to meet or exceed budget expectations for the property. Responsibilities include effectively soliciting existing/potential accounts and business generators to contribute to the overall revenue of the hotel. Through the use of provided tools, the ideal candidate must be able to effectively communicate with both clients and management and be a motivated, self-starter as well as able to take direction with a desire to contribute to the success of the property and the entire company. Benefits: • Employer Matching 401K Retirement Plan, • Medical Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • FREE life insurance, • Vacation Pay, • Holiday Pay, • Achieve monthly top line revenue goals and increase the market share of the hotel., • Seek out new business generators and strive to build and maintain relationships with them., • Use negotiating skills and creative selling abilities to close on business and negotiate contracts, while adhering to the established parameters and policies of the hotel., • Train employees the importance of the hotel sales effort and how they can contribute to it., • Manage time effectively. This person will be expected to manage time between sales calls, research, and tasks assigned., • Conduct research using all methods available, on existing and potential business generators to help gain new revenue for the hotel., • Must be able to respond to inquiries in a timely manner even when away from hotel., • Act as the 'face and voice' of the properties in the community., • Maintain strong relationships with top producing clients., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, • Strong customer service and problem solving skills, • Professional demeanor, • Excellent listening skills, • Exceptional detail in follow-up, • Strong computer skills, • Must have reliable access to vehicle for transportation Education/Experience:, • High School diploma or equivalent, • A minimum of two years of work experience in hotel sales field is preferred. We offer a dynamic work environment with avenues for professional and personal growth. Aperture strives to create a positive work environment where team members feel like they are part of family, receive a high level of respect, and are recognized for their merits and accomplishments. We are seeking an individual who embodies the core values that are integral to our success: • Be Transparent & Accountable, • Be Actively Curious, • Embrace Growth, • Create Value for Stakeholders